Overview
Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa is a bushy, suckering shrubs in the genus Spiraea, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include mixed borders, shrub borders, cottage gardens, informal gardens, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Spiraea genus, known for its bushy and suckering habit. Like other Spiraea, it produces simple leaves and clusters of small, five-petaled flowers during spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is fertile and well-drained. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for mixed borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
About the genus
Spiraea, sometimes spelled spirea in common names, and commonly known as meadowsweets or steeplebushes, is a genus of about 80 to 100 species of shrubs in the family Rosaceae. They are native to the temperate Northern Hemisphere, with the greatest diversity in eastern Asia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Spiraea
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Mixed borders, Shrub borders, Cottage gardens, Informal gardens, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa?
Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa need?
Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa hardy in the UK?
Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Spiraea chamaedryfolia var. pilosa?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Seed.
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